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Notes About Internet Sources

 



Notes About Internet Sources

 The internet is growing on changing constantly on quickly. It contains many to search towards that speed the search for information and resources. One of those research tools called a search engine, can help your research in the classroom and beyond. Search engine use programs to retrieve information from the internet.  Sometimes a search can give you exactly what you need, while other certs are less successful. Learning how to use search engine and deciding which is best for your search takes a little skill and practice.   

 

How to use search engines?

  1. Type in one of the web addresses or you URLS (uniform resource locator) into your internet browser.
  2. In the research box type in one or more keywords and press Enter.
  3. Thousands of sites may be returned from your research. Usually, the most useful site will be listed in the top 20 or 30 references.

 

Search with Care 

Since almost anybody can put anything on the web, it is sometimes difficult to know if the information is accurate and objective. The exact source of the information the sources reputation under the date of publication are sometimes not to clear it is a good idea to use different kinds of sources to make sure you have accurate information when using web research always use non-web information as well.

 Reputable and valid sources will often leave a few clues. The following questions can help you determine whether their side you are researching is valid.

  1.  Does the information have an author?
  2.  Is the author from a reputable organisation?
  3.  Are the authors credential listed?
  4. Is there information about the organisation in the website?
  5. Does the author site sources or provide a bibliography?
  6. Can you contact the author or sponsor of the website?
  7. Does the website look professional (e.g., no major errors in spelling or grammar, the links work?

 

 References:

Atallah, Dhuha. (2011). A Course in Library and Research Work. College of Basic Education/ Al-Mustansiriah University. 

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